Romania

Internet celebrity Andrew Tate reportedly leaves Romania

Romanian prosecutors question far-right frontrunner in presidential election probe

Romanian prosecutors questioned far-right candidate Calin Georgescu over alleged election interference, raiding 47 locations linked to him. Georgescu, leading in polls for the May rerun, claims authorities are blocking his candidacy. U.S. officials criticised Romania for annulling the vote.

Green energy to be supplied from South Caucasus to Europe

Azerbaijan, Georgia, Romania, and Hungary will build a direct high-voltage submarine cable connecting the South Caucasus region with the European Union, with a purpose to strengthen national and regional energy security.

Romania: Georgescu supporters rally outside constitutional court

Thousands rallied in Bucharest, Romania, demanding the reinstatement of canceled elections after claims of Russian interference, as tensions rise over democracy and trust in state institutions.

Bulgaria and Romania join Schengen area after years of negotiations

Bulgaria and Romania officially join the Schengen Area, marking the end of years of negotiations and enabling borderless travel within the EU.

Romanian president tasks Social Democrat with forming new government

Romania's president to appoint Marcel Ciolacu as PM; new pro-European coalition to tackle budget deficit, tax hikes, and re-run elections after far-right meddling.

Romania and Bulgaria are set to become full members of Europe’s Schengen free-travel area

After more than a decade of waiting, Romania and Bulgaria will become full members of Europe’s Schengen free-travel area starting January 1, 2025, following Austria's decision to lift its veto.

Romania's pro-European parties agree to form coalition government

Romania's pro-European parties have pledged to form a coalition government, excluding hard-right groups, and may back a single candidate for the re-run presidential election after the vote was annulled, aiming to uphold reforms and tackle key challenges.

Austria clears path for Romania and Bulgaria in Schengen

Austria has lifted its veto on Romania and Bulgaria’s full Schengen membership, paving the way for EU ministers to finalize their entry this week. This decision follows a significant reduction in illegal border crossings, a result of Austria's immigration demands.

Romanian top court annuls presidential election result

Romania's top court annuls presidential election citing Russian meddling, prompting a re-run amid institutional chaos, cyberattack probes, and protests fears.

Romania's Constitutional Court clears way for second-round presidential vote

Romania’s Constitutional Court has approved the continuation of the presidential election process, rejecting a petition to annul the first-round results. The decision paves the way for a potential second-round vote next Sunday amid ongoing political uncertainty.

Romanian leftists ahead of resurgent far right in election

Romania's ruling leftist Social Democrats (PSD) looked set to win the most votes in a parliamentary election on Sunday, fending off a resurgent far-right movement that challenges the country's pro-Western orientation, partial results showed.

Romania's far right expected to make gains in parliamentary election

Romania's parliamentary vote Sunday sees far-right AUR leading amid uncertainty over presidential election results. Economic woes, cost-of-living concerns, and EU ties dominate voter focus.

Romanians protest after court orders vote recount

Hundreds of Romanians protested during the night in Bucharest. It's after far-right candidate Calin Georgescu unexpectedly led the first round of the presidential election, sparking political concerns.

Romanian presidential candidate clarifies NATO, EU Stance

Calin Georgescu, the surprise far-right winner of Romania’s first-round presidential election, has denied wanting to exit NATO or the EU, instead calling for policies that prioritize Romania’s national interests. His unexpected rise has sparked nationwide protests.

Romania and Bulgaria may become full Schengen members in January, Hungary says

Romania and Bulgaria may become full members of Europe's borderless Schengen travel zone in January 2025, Hungary said on Friday, adding a final decision would be made at next month's meeting of EU interior ministers.